Allan Siperstein, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
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- 216.444.6568
- Desk:
- 216.444.5664
- Fax:
- 216.636.0662
Additional Locations
Center for Endocrine Surgery
Marymount Hospital
12300 McCracken Road
Garfield Heights, OH 44125
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6568
- Desk:
- 216.444.5664
- Fax:
- 216.636.0662
Treatment & Services
- Adrenal Surgery
- Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
- Endocrine Surgery
- Endocrine Surgery - Thyroid And Parathyroid
- Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
- Laparoscopic Radiofrequency Ablation Of Liver Tumors
- Laparoscopic Solid Organ Surgery
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Laparoscopic Thermal Ablation Of Liver Tumors
- Laparoscopy
- Liver Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Pancreatic Surgery
- Paraganglioma Surgery
- Parathyroid Surgery
- Robotic Surgery for Adrenal
- Robotic Surgery for Liver
- Robotic Surgery for Parathyroid
- Robotic Surgery for Thyroid
- Surgery
- Surgical Ultrasound
- Thyroid Aspiration
- Thyroid Ultrasound
- Thyroid Ultrasound And Biopsy
- Thyroidectomy
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Adrenal Cancer
- Adrenal disorders
- Adrenal Hyperplasia
- Adrenal insufficiency
- Adrenal Tumors
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma
- Beta-cell disorders
- Calcium Disorders
- Carcinoid Syndrome
- Conn's Syndrome
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Endocrine Disorders
- Familial Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
- Goiter
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
- Hyperaldosteronism
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Tumors Of The Liver
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreatic Endocrine Tumors
- Parathyroid Cancer
- Parathyroid Disease Description
- Pheochromocytoma
- Primary Hyperaldosteronism
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
- Tertiary hyperparathyroidism
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Disease
- Thyroid Glands
- Thyroid Lesion
- Thyroid Masses
- Thyroid Nodule
- Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
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View All PlansAbout Allan Siperstein, MD
Allan Siperstein, MD, is Chair of Endocrine Surgery at Cleveland Clinic. He also serves as Program Director for the General Surgery Residency Program and Endocrine Surgery Fellowship.
Dr. Siperstein completed his medical school training at the University of Texas, Southwestern Medical School at Dallas, and his general surgery residency and endocrine surgery training at the University of California, San Francisco. From 1990 until 1999 he was a Faculty member in the Department of General Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco. Since then he has been a Staff member at Cleveland Clinic. In addition to endocrine surgery, he has had a long interest in minimally invasive surgery and surgical sonography. Since 1992, he has been teaching coursework in intraoperative and laparoscopic ultrasound techniques.
Current research interests include thyroid and parathyroid disease, in particular molecular markers for the identification of thyroid cancers. Clinical studies have focused on minimal incision approaches to thyroid and parathyroid surgery. He has had a long interest in the development of technologies for laparoscopic thermal ablation of hepatic tumors. Current studies continue to focus on technical advances in this area, as well as the impact of the procedure on long-term survival. He is a member of many surgical organizations, including the American Surgical Association, the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons and SAGES.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1999
Education & Fellowships
Residency - University of California San Francisco Medical Center
General Surgery
San Francisco,
CA USA
1990
Fellowship - University of California San Francisco Medical Center
Endocrine Surgery-Research
San Francisco,
CA USA
1988
Internship - University of California San Francisco Medical Center
General Surgery
San Francisco,
CA USA
1984
Medical Education - University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
M.D.
Dallas,
TX USA
1983
Undergraduate - Stanford University
Biological Sciences
Stanford,
CA USA
1979
Specialty Interests
adrenal disease, Adrenal disorders, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, Calcium Disorders, endocrine hypertension, endocrine surgery - thyroid and parathyroid diseases and surgery, endocrine surgery (thyroid and parathyroid), general and laparoscopic surgery, General Surgery, laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation of liver tumors, Laparoscopic Solid Organ Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation of liver tumors, Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy, Laparoscopic Thermal Ablation Of Liver Tumors, Minimally Invasive Surgery, multiple endocrine neoplasia syndromes, parathyroid and calcium disorders, pancreatic endocrine tumors, thyroid, Thyroid Cancer, thyroid cancers, Thyroid cancers and Flushing Syndromes, Thyroid Disease, thyroid disorders, thyroid nodules
Awards & Honors
- America's Top Doctors for Cancer 2011
- Cleveland's Top Doctors, 2011
Innovations & Patents
- Radiofrequency thermal ablation
Research & Publications
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184 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.
| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
44 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Mar 3, 2021
Dr. Siperstein and his team were great! Very knowledgeable and answered all questions. Thank you all for your help.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2021
This was one of the most pleasant, thorough and informative Dr appointments I've ever had. It helped prevent a totally unnecessary surgery.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2021
Dr Siperstein always takes the time to listen to any concerns, and discusses issues with me.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2021
love Dr. Siperstein
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2021
Doctor Siperstine and his Nurse Maureen and other staff were phenomenal felt very comfortable terrific bedside manner
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2021
Very efficient office. I did not feel rushed but appointment was handled thoroughly and quickly. Dr. Siperstein and Dr. Babazadeh were great.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2021
Very thankful for the doctor and office staff.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2021
Dr Siperstein always takes the time to listen to me, shows concern for me and my family, and makes sure we are comfortable with his explanations and the care plan going forward. I have the utmost faith and trust in Dr Siperstein.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2021
the dr was one of the best I ever had very professional
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2020
Coming to the Cleveland clinic and to Dr. Siperstiend office is a pleasure it's always a very easy transaction
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2020
The provider listened to my questions patiently and answered my questions on a level that I understood. I didn't feel as if I had to rush. He made me feel calm and confident that surgery was the best treatment for me.
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2020
Dr Siperstein was so easy to talk with and he explained everything. I loveed him
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2020
Dr Siperstein is a wonder doctor!
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2020
Dr. Siperstein was very reassuring and even humorous at times. I appreciate his expertise and compassion.
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2020
I was so impressed at the personal time and attention that I received. So glad we came to see Dr. Siperstein and Cleveland clinic.
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2020
I felt like I was a first priority with the staff and Dr.
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2020
Dr. Sipperstein haas managed my care from surgery the way through my 5 year cancer free scans! He has been a constant source of support and hope for me and my family through my cancer journey and I am grateful to have him as apart of my care team.
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2020
Dr. Siperstein was very thorough. He listened to me and answered all my questions. I felt well cared for and reassured that I was in good hands.
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2020
Both Dr. Siperstien and his fellow Dr.Tiffany Sinclair were both amazing!! I came in with questions and a bit of nervousness and they both put my mind at ease. The questions I had in mind, they both answered w/o me even having to ask. I honestly can say out of all my visits within the Cleveland Clinic Dr. Eperstien office from check-in, to triage to nurse Maureen rooming me, to meeting the fellow Dr. Sinclair and Dr. Siperstein was a pleasure!!! I left feeling at peace with the descion of foregoing surgery. I can go on and on but you get the picture:) #theyaregreat
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2020
very happy with Dr siperstein and his staff
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2020
I am very pleased with my experience with doctor Siperstein and his staff. Very professional and kind.
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2020
Dr. Siperstein has been very responsive and has answered all of my questions.
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2020
Both doctors that i saw that day were great.
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2020
Dr. Siperstein walned me they every step before hand and was very attentive and answered all my questions and concerns.
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2020
I have been receiving excellent care from Dr. Allen Siperstein for the past 12 years.
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2020
Dr Siperstein was exceptional. very hands on, caring and thorough. I will recommend he to anyone who needs endocrine care. awesome and Thank You Doctor!!
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2020
Dr. Siperstein is terrific, he knows my issues, engages in a way that is friendly and accessible.
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2020
Dr. Siperstein was absolutely wonderful!!! Great sense of humor and the best bedside manner. He explains things so that it is very easy to understand and makes you feel totally at ease. On a previous visit his other nurse Maureen was also just fantastic!! I called her several times before my procedure and she is just a sweetheart!! The staff at the front office was also very friendly snd very helpful. My whole experience was just wonderful. I was very nervous and quite scared about the surgery, afterward I felt totally safe and calm during my stay.
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2020
only problem was I waited over an hour to see dr and then felt rushed... but it is worth the wait
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2020
overall the appt. scheduling is fine. but when it comes to the Doctors letting my doctors in Toledo to know the info. it wasnt happening. I'm also awaiting an appt. to be scheduled for the gastrologist appt. since 7/22/20. I know with all that's going on w/ coronavirus outbreak, which slow things down. My last visit was good. my doctor explain everything to me.
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2020
Dr Siperstein's staff is very professional, yet they make you feel at ease during what can be a tense time.
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2020
Dr Siperstein makes me very at ease. He's extremely knowledgeable in his field and both my husband and myself feel very comfortable with him
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2020
I have been coming to Cleveland Clinic for about six years to get thyroid nodules looked at. This was the first time, I was told since they were biopsied I was good they are not like colon polys that can not turn cancerous . That is a relief all this time, I thought they could become cancerous. Thank you, Doctor Siperstein.
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2020
*Dr. Siperstein and staff are the best!
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2020
Dr. Siperstein's assistant personally walked with me to the Ex-Ray department and checked orders for my visit.
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2020
I'm very glad that Dr. Siperstein is my provider. From the beginning he has been attentive, talks through my questions, concerns, provides me with all of the information I feel I need to make decisions.
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2020
Doctor Siperstein is absolutely one of the best doctors I have ever had the fortune to interact with. He's the type of person anybody would want to "know outside of work" which makes him very relatable to me as a patient. His knowledge and skills as a surgeon are superb.
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2020
Doctor is always helpful and informative.
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2020
Dr.'s office scheduled the post-op so I didn't have to do anything except check MY Chart-very easy
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2020
Dr. Siperstein was very nice and courteous. invited questions and provided clear answers. he will be our physician at this time.
Reviewed on May 20, 2020
Dr. Siperstein is an outstanding physician in all respects: he is highly skilled, knowledgeable and competent in his area of practice; he is thorough and clear in his explanations; he has a great bedside manner and instills confidence in his patients; he is highly respected by his fellow physicians; and he treats his staff and colleagues with dignity and respect and in turn is highly regarded by them.
Reviewed on May 11, 2020
heading into right direction I'm hoping to just get rid of this hyperparathyroidism and its proven and treated. this Doc was rated very high by His patients. as I progress with my treatment I wouldnt wanna be in any other hands...
Reviewed on May 11, 2020
I've just video chatted with my doc as I progress I'll have more to add. thank you
Reviewed on May 4, 2020
the Dr. has been amazing all through my surgery, as well as before and after visits!